Ryan Riggins | Senior Transition Advisor for the family home
I’m a real estate agent who won’t list your house.
When a parent moves into care, the house is the last step, not the first. I get everything else in order, then bring in the one agent in your area who’s best at your kind of house. No folder, no presentation, no pitch.
Before anyone makes you an offer, find out what the house is worth and what your choices are.
30 minutes. Phone, Zoom or text. No obligation.
Text Ryan on his personal number, (336) 553-8933. Ask anything.
What we get in order first
- The plan: Medicaid and care planning, with the right planner or elder law attorney.
- The paperwork: Deed, will, trust, power of attorney, beneficiary forms.
- The taxes: Step-up in basis and timing, checked by your CPA before anyone signs.
- The stuff: Keep, sell, donate, toss, and who carries the boxes.
- The logistics: Keys, mail, utilities, insurance on an empty house, the move.
- The family: Everyone on the same page before the house goes on the market.
Then one vetted agent, picked for your house. Slow down to speed up.
The conversation
30 minutes with Ryan before you call anyone else. No obligation, no pressure.
Talk with RyanThe roadmap
After we talk, a written plan for your family within 48 hours: every step, in order.
Start with the callThe Blueprint
A free guide to every option, not just the one someone is selling.
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Senior Transition Advisor for the family home
A Senior Transition Advisor for the family home helps a family decide what happens to a parent's house before anyone lists it: the funding math against the community's fee sheet, who can legally sign, and sell, rent or keep. If selling, one vetted local agent. Not a mover, not a placement agent, never the listing agent.
What the role is, and isn’t →Mom is moving to assisted living. What about the house? →
Riggins Strategic Solutions is the free education. The agent referral is Ryan working as a licensed North Carolina broker with eXp Realty, paid agent to agent out of the commission you would already pay. He never takes the listing himself.
Ryan Riggins · NC Real Estate License #361546 · eXp Realty
Families who stopped guessing.
“We had a wonderful experience with Riggins Strategic Solutions. Ryan was professional, compassionate, and supportive throughout the entire process. He took the time to listen, answer our questions, and guide us through each step with patience and understanding. His knowledge and dedication made what could have been a stressful transition feel much easier and more manageable. We truly appreciated his kindness, responsiveness, and genuine concern for our family’s needs. We highly recommend Ryan and his team to anyone looking for guidance and support during a senior living transition. Thank you, Ryan, for making such a positive difference for our family!”
Ms. Danni · Google review “Riggins Strategic Solutions is a valuable company I didn’t realize I would need until it was time to discuss my mother’s home. They helped me understand my options and navigate important decisions with greater clarity and peace of mind. If you need guidance on what to do with a parent’s home, I highly recommend them!”
Tiuana Jamison · Google review “This is a wonderful business. Ryan and team is an excellent source in providing all the information and services for relocation. From selling your current home to assisting in contacting contractors that can accommodate your move easily and reasonably priced. A great asset for older people and anyone with a busy schedule. A one stop shop for your move. They are professional, courteous and prompt. I will be using them again for my next real estate transaction.”
Scarlett Begonias · Google review
“One tap. Every morning. The whole family sees it.”
Common questions
Common questions families ask.
How do I help my aging parent decide whether to sell their house?
Start by listening, not selling. Most parents resist because they fear losing autonomy or burdening you, not because they don't see the math. Have an honest conversation about their daily reality, document the maintenance costs and the time, then bring in an agent who has actually closed senior and estate sales, and ask how many. A designation like SRES is a starting point for that conversation, not proof of it. The Senior Transition Blueprint walks you through the conversation step by step.
Do I need power of attorney to sell my parent's home?
Yes, if your parent is mentally competent they can sign their own paperwork, but most families benefit from a power of attorney (POA) document signed in advance. If your parent has lost capacity without a POA in place, you'll need to petition the court for guardianship, which is more expensive and takes months. Talk to an elder law attorney early.
What's the difference between a Senior Real Estate Specialist and a regular agent?
SRES stands for Seniors Real Estate Specialist, a designation an agent earns through coursework offered through the National Association of Realtors. It signals interest in working with older adults and their families, and that is worth something. What it does not tell you is how many senior or estate sales that agent has actually closed. Treat the letters as a starting point, then ask the question that decides it: how many of these have you done, and what happened when one went sideways?
How do I spot a wholesaler trying to take advantage of my elderly parent?
Wholesalers send 'we buy houses' mailers, knock on doors, or cold call with cash offers 30-50% below market value. They prey on urgency and confusion. Red flags: no MLS listing, no inspection, 'as-is' only, and pressure to sign within 48 hours. A real buyer goes through proper channels and lets you get a second opinion.
How much does assisted living cost in 2026?
National average is around $5,500/month for assisted living, $9,000+/month for memory care. Costs vary 2-3x by state and city. Most families dramatically underestimate. Sale of the home is often the funding source, which is why getting the sale right matters so much for long-term care affordability.
What if my parent refuses to even talk about moving?
This is the most common situation. The right approach depends on your parent's personality (we identify five 'parent personas' in the Blueprint). For most families, the answer isn't pushing harder but creating safety: small conversations over months, addressing their specific fears, and bringing in a neutral third party when emotions run high.
How do I avoid the $50K mistakes most families make in a senior transition?
The five most expensive mistakes: selling to a wholesaler at 30-50% under market, choosing the wrong care level (paying for memory care when assisted living suffices), transferring the home to a child in a way that triggers the Medicaid 60-month look-back penalty, signing predatory CCRC contracts without legal review, and waiting too long so urgency forces bad decisions. Each one is preventable with the right framework.
Are senior referral services like A Place for Mom really free?
Free to you, but they're paid commissions by the facilities they refer you to (typically 50-100% of the first month's rent). This creates a built-in conflict: they're motivated to recommend facilities that pay them, not necessarily the ones best for your parent. Always do independent research alongside their recommendations.
What's the difference between independent living, assisted living, and memory care?
Independent living is for active seniors who want community without medical support. Assisted living adds help with daily activities (bathing, medication, meals). Memory care is specialized for dementia and Alzheimer's with locked units and 24/7 trained staff. Each tier roughly doubles in cost. Most families overshoot the level needed.
How do I get my siblings on the same page about parents' care?
Sibling conflict is the #1 reason senior transitions go badly. Schedule a structured family meeting (not a casual call), bring in objective data on parents' status, and assign clear roles based on geography and skills. The Blueprint includes a sibling alignment framework that has prevented family fractures in dozens of cases.
One conversation, before you call anybody else.
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Text Ryan on his personal number, (336) 553-8933. Ask anything.